Taxon

Magnolia 'Sun Spire'

 
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Magnolia 'Sun Spire' - Sun Spire magnolia
Image: Ecker, Michael E. - The Dawes Arboretum
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Common name: Sun Spire magnolia
Family: Magnoliaceae subfam. Magnolioideae (magnolia family)
Distribution: hybrid: Kehr hybrid
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Deciduous tree
Comments: Voted the best yellow flowering Magnolia by Magnolia Society, this deciduous tree has an unusual columnar habit. Grows 20' to 25' tall and only about 12' wide with a distinctly upright habit. Deep yellow, fragrant flowers appear late in season, April to early May.
Links: Magnolia Society- Cultivar Checklist • Missouri Botanical Garden Kemper Center- Plant Finder

Locations

  • 1: MAG: CB13 (CB13) • Accession: D2004-0107.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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